Diverse shooters, including
disabled sportsmen and women, will gather in the North Central Idaho community
of Teakean-Cavendish at the 8th annual Boomershoot, April 29-May 1, 2005, for a
weekend of precision rifle shooting at exploding targets.

”The sport of
Boomershooting has no boundaries -- it’s disabled-friendly,” says Joe Huffman, Boomershoot Director, who has a
license to manufacture high explosives.

At the May 1st shoot, 600 reactive targets containing over 1000
pounds of high explosives will be detonated -- enough to be heard over
seven miles away, causing cars and houses to shake within two miles from the
range.

”Boomershoot attracts a diverse crowd,” says Huffman. “We’ve always
welcomed those who are wheelchair-bound or faced with other physical
challenges.” See photos from previous years: http://boomershoot.org/photos.htm

Standing, walking, or running isn’t vital for participation in Boomershoot.
Precision rifle shooters aim comfortably from prone or seated positions to hit
their targets. Because the sport of shooting doesn’t require great physical
strength, emphasis is placed upon mental strength and concentration, rather
than physical ability.

Boomershooting is also an
ideal sport for people who may be unable to hold a single position for long
periods of time, such as those with spinal injuries or neurological
limitations. Some shooters need only a few seconds of focus, in order to hit
their targets located nearly 1/2 mile away.

Huffman notes the versatility of firearms, whether it’s on the range for
sporting pleasures, or off the range for self-defense.

”Guns are the great equalizer. That’s why many disabled people rely upon
hand guns for self-defense,” says Huffman, who is also certified firearms
instructor, with a specialization in personal protection.

Disabled persons needing
special assistance at Boomershoot are encouraged to contact Huffman in advance
at:

(208) 301-4254, or via email
at: JoeH@Boomershoot.org.
Participants can park directly next to their shooting positions; portable
restrooms are wheelchair-friendly.

Since the first event in 1998, Boomershoot has maintained an A+ safety record
with participants adhering to strict standards of safe gun handling and
operation. Spectators are welcome at this year’s event, and shooter positions
are expected to sellout.